Top 10 Biblical Baby Names

Updated on May 21, 2009

My mother's side of the family are fairly devout Christians and most of her siblings named their children after people in the Bible. If you're similarly inclined, however, please do your child a favor and do not name them something which no one will be able to pronounce -- or something which will lead to name calling in school. I was given just such a name (albeit not Biblical) and I can tell you that it isn't at all fun growing up with people using your name as a standing joke. Be kind to your child and give them a name they will appreciate, or they may end up changing it when they reach adulthood, just like I did. Note that some of these names are commonly used with Jewish children as well, and if you have a multi-faith household, those names may particularly appeal to you.

Biblical Girl Names

1. Amana

meaning: Covenant, support: This is a classic sounding girlie name and it's easy to pronounce.

2. Charity

meaning: Benovolence, good will: You don't see this in use much these days, but the name is lovely.

3. Dinah

meaning: judgment; who judges: Dinah Shore, anyone? Fantastic, girlie name that I would have loved to have had.

4. Hope

meaning: hope: This is somewhat old-fashioned, but is there really anyone who doesn't like this name? Works well as a middle name, too.

5. Galatia

meaning: white; the color of milk: This was more of a place, but the name is gorgeous.

6. Rinnah

meaning: song; rejoicing: Another beautiful that most people should be able to pronounce.

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RabbiDanyiel 2 months ago

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